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In charging documents, the man was allegedly driving at speeds of up to 99 mph while fleeing a police officer before hitting the woman's car.

Mayor Tishaura Jones backs proposal to ease path for homeless shelter expansion, alternative housing approval

The employees left work Thursday after they were informed about being laid off. Here's what we know.

While KISS may have said goodbye to the road in 2023, Paul Stanley says it doesn’t necessarily mean we will never see the band play live again.In a new interview…

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The layoffs were mostly due to Boeing delaying production on the long-range widebody 777X commercial jet, Adams said. Workers in the St. Louis region build component parts for that plane.

WOOD RIVER — Jayla Cartright, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, has been named a Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for East Alton-Wood River High School for her outstanding contributions to the volleyball team. Cartright, recognized for her role as a middle hitter, has been playing volleyball for several years. She credits the sport with instilling in her the importance of teamwork. “The most important quality volleyball has given me is teamwork. It is important to have good relationships with your teammates for the whole team's success, and it makes it more fun,” she said. Her coach, Bethany Billingsley, has played a significant role in her athletic development, fostering an environment where players can thrive. “I would like to mention my mom; she has always been really supportive of things I want to do,” Cartright added, acknowledging the support from her family. In addition to volleyball, Cartright also plays defens

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Former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach is getting ready to show off his lack of cooking skills. The rocker is one of the celebrities booked for the Food Network competition series Worst…

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WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump continued his blitz of Cabinet and senior staff selections, closing the week Friday with the announcement that North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, a former presidential rival turned Trump surrogate, is his candidate to lead the federal department responsible for vast swaths of federal lands and U.S. relations with Native American […]

The current city hall, which St. Charles officials have described as "functionally obsolete," was built in 1975.

ALTON - Rose Brangenberg, a senior at Marquette Catholic High School, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the girls' volleyball team. Brangenberg's accolades include being named to the All Conference - 1st Team and being honored as the Most Valuable Teammate. She has also served as co-captain throughout her high school volleyball career. Rose is a Tucker's Automotive & Repair Female Athlete of the Month for the Explorers. Brangenberg began playing volleyball at the age of 7 with her mother in their backyard, and her passion for the sport has only grown since. "I’ve always enjoyed learning how to play different positions and practicing to improve my overall game," she said. She emphasized the importance of teamwork, stating, "I value many great friendships made over the years, and being a part of a team, working together toward a common goal." Her coaches, Mark Ellebracht, Michelle Davenport, and Emma Deist, have played a significant role in her development

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Logan Snyder, 16, was shot at Regina and Horn avenues shortly before 5 p.m. Thursday.

A.J. McCarron, the former college football star who revived his career as a spring football standout, will not return to the St. Louis Battlehawks next season.

John K. Wooten, 26, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and assault in a June 20, 2023, shooting that killed 26-year-old Terrell Johnson and wounded another man.

Julian Alcala turned himself in to authorities Friday, but a judge released him after being federally indicted on charges of stealing nude photos from 20 victims during traffic stops.

SPRINGFIELD – Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and First Lady MK Pritzker completed a series of state-run facility visits, concluding with yesterday's tour of the Cook County Jail Women's Division. These visits, which included tours of the Justice in the Community and Fox Valley Adult Transition Center, demonstrate their shared commitment to understanding issues and improving conditions for women impacted by the criminal legal system. "Strengthening support services for justice-involved women creates positive ripple effects for their children and our Illinois communities," said First Lady MK Pritzker . "Through rehabilitation programs and support services, we can help ensure every woman has the resources and opportunities needed for a successful future." The tours included meetings with key staff, facility walkthroughs, and roundtable discussions with residents to learn about the programs and services offered. Through the First Lady's office systems change work, the women's

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With the holiday season upon us, St. Louis area Christmas light displays are kicking off. Here's a look at the displays opening this weekend and throughout November to get St. Louisans in the holiday spirit.

ST. LOUIS — A 16-year-old boy has been identified as the victim of a homicide that occurred on November 14, 2024, in South County. Logan Snyder, who resided in the 400 block of W. Ripa Avenue in St. Louis, was found unresponsive at the intersection of Regina Avenue and Horn Avenue. The St. Louis County Police Department responded to a call for service at approximately 4:53 p.m. on November 14, where officers discovered Snyder suffering from apparent life-threatening gunshot injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing, with detectives from the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons actively pursuing leads. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. Those wishing to remain anonymous may reach out to CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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For better or worse, jawboning has been a hot topic recently, and it’s unlikely that interest will fade any time soon. Jawboning, in broad strokes, is when the government pressures a third party to make that third party chill the speech of another instead of going after the speech directly. Because the First Amendment says […]

Burls, the mysterious bulbous growths on trees, are valuable to artisans and can fetch thousands of dollars, but should only be purchased from legitimate salvage operations to avoid poaching from protected forests.